For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 8,229 students in 78253, TX.
The top ranked public high schools in 78253, TX are Harlan High School, Brennan High School and Taft High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 78253 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Texas public high school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 78253, TX have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 78253 have a Graduation Rate of 98%, which is more than the Texas average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Brennan High School, with ≥99% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best 78253, TX Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Harlan High School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
14350 Culebra Rd
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 398-2200
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 398-2200
Grades: 9-12
| 2,458 students
Rank: #22.
Brennan High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2400 Cottonwood Way
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 398-1250
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 398-1250
Grades: 9-12
| 3,052 students
Rank: #33.
Taft High School
Magnet School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
11600 Culebra Rd
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 397-6000
San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 397-6000
Grades: 9-12
| 2,719 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 78253, TX?
The top ranked public high schools in 78253, TX include Harlan High School, Brennan High School and Taft High School.
How many public high schools are located in 78253?
3 public high schools are located in 78253.
What is the racial composition of students in 78253?
78253 public high schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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